A Tale Of The Capitolene Venus (1909)

A Tale Of The Capitolene Venus is a historical novel written by Clinton Ross and published in 1909. The story is set in ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Tiberius and follows the life of a young patrician named Lucius Aemilius. Lucius is deeply enamored with the beautiful and enigmatic Vestal Virgin, Julia, who is devoted to the goddess Venus. However, their love is forbidden by law and their relationship becomes increasingly complicated as Lucius becomes embroiled in political intrigue and the machinations of the emperor's court. Along the way, Lucius encounters a cast of colorful characters, including senators, gladiators, and courtesans, all of whom play a role in his journey towards self-discovery and redemption. The novel is a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Rome, with detailed descriptions of the city's architecture, customs, and social hierarchy. It is also a story of forbidden love, sacrifice, and the struggle for personal freedom in a society that values tradition and conformity above all else.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.